Greek - Philosopher | 384 BC - 322 BC
Democracy is when the indigent, and not the men of property, are the rulers.
Aristotle
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My best friend is the man who in wishing me well wishes it for my sake.
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Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit.
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Happiness depends upon ourselves.
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Dignity does not consist in possessing honors, but in deserving them.
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Education is the best provision for old age.
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Some animals are cunning and evil-disposed, as the fox; others, as the dog, are fierce, friendly, and fawning. Some are gentle and easily tamed, as the elephant; some are susceptible of shame, and watchful, as the goose. Some are jealous and fond of ornament, as the peacock.
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The energy of the mind is the essence of life.
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The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.
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The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching.
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Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.
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Man is by nature a political animal.
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